Rafał Trzaskowski, in his campaign, has repeatedly invoked the name of the late President Lech Kaczyński, eliciting strong reactions from the ruling party, PiS. This strategy involves referencing Kaczyński's past stances on issues such as antisemitism and his actions in Tbilisi during the Russo-Georgian War, aiming to garner support.
PiS members express concerns about Trzaskowski's actions, noting that voters are displeased with the apparent manipulation of Lech Kaczyński's legacy. Internal discussions within PiS focus on an appropriate response, considering the sensitive nature of the issue to party leader Jarosław Kaczyński. The party is considering a counter-strategy, potentially led by Karol Nawrocki.
The article highlights the sensitivity surrounding Lech Kaczyński's memory within PiS. Trzaskowski's actions are viewed as hypocritical by some in PiS. Further conflict points include Trzaskowski's handling of Smolensk commemorations and the lack of a street named after Lech Kaczyński in Warsaw. The article notes that while Trzaskowski has expressed support for such a street naming, he claims to lack influence over the decision currently held by the city council.